Apple is already certifying components for the iPad 3

The Apple rumor mill never stops. But, if you're tired of iPhone rumors, how about some iPad rumors instead? Word has been floating for a while that Apple would be releasing the iPad 3 later this year, possibly with 3D capabilities (assuming that fad is still going when we get to the holiday season 2011). Now, it seems that Apple is getting Taiwan manufacturers whipped into a frenzy in efforts to secure component certifications for the next iPad tablet.

DigiTimes reported yesterday that Taiwan-based Radiant Opto-Electronics has landed the certification to manufacture LED backlight units for Apple. In addition to the LED backlight units, a company has also been certified for light bars. Many other manufacturers are rumored to be in the mix for certification of panels. South Korean Samsung and LG have historically supplied Apple with display panels for iPads, but certification of panels is said to be nearly complete with Taiwan-based Chimei Innolux.

5.SMARTGUY (unregistered)

didn't ipad 2 just came out not even half a year ago? doesn't sound like apple, bcuz their produce usually last at least one until the next model like the iphone? Plz keep the ipad 3 till next year. i want to buy one for college n dnt want to buy one n the next one come out in 2 weeks.

Guys im not an apple believer but i want a tablet that have high resale values n that will look cool for one year not 2 weeks. Android is pushin the line too fast, causing their product's resale value to drop alot.

all i know is they would be putting to much effort in the ipad if they brought out another one this year, i really think they will just keep they one a year plan as they have with almost every other apple product. that is just what i think, they shouldn't be in any rush to bring out another if they can't even keep the ipad 2 in stock now (well where i live that is). i can see them addressing their light leak problem by getting a new supplier for screens and maybe updating them a little.

Only Apple has three mentions, no wonder people think that Steve is a messiah. To clinch the fourth, iPad 3 has to have 2048x1536 resolution which covers Full HD and beyond, even if it takes 2012 summer or maybe even 2012 fall. iPad 2 momentum is good enough except that Apple has to be cautious internationally. If Apple does not do 2048x1536 resolution, there will always be taunts, iPads do not even do 720p.

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